The Great Race

Description:
Website for the centennial celebration of the 1908 New York to Paris automobile race. Originally scheduled for May 2008, it was rescheduled for April 25, 2009, "after the Chinese government revoked travel permits for foreigners traveling throughout the country following demonstrations in Tibet and surrounding the Olympic Torch Run." Covers the original race, and details about the 2008 race, including a listing of race participants and vehicles. From the race promoters.